Texas faces long-standing challenges to optimal health, including the nation’s highest uninsured rates, and steep financial and systemic barriers for those who have insurance. Our
Our state’s tax system is upside down. Texas households that are least able to afford it pay the most in taxes as a percentage of
On March 1, 2021, Senior Fiscal Analyst Dick Lavine testified before the Texas House Ways and Means Committee. Lavine highlighted the costs of state tax
The 2019 Legislature made an important commitment to improving funding for our public schools. But the disruptions caused by COVID-19 have imposed unexpected new costs
A fair and adequate tax system would allow the state to invest in the building blocks of thriving communities — schools, health care, public safety,
Download this report as a PDF For the state to invest in the building blocks of thriving communities — schools, health care, public safety, roads,
This blog was co-authored by Invest in Texas Program Director Eva DeLuna Castro and Legislative & Policy Director Luis Figueroa. The Texas Legislature has some
As we approach the 2021 Legislative Session after an historic presidential election and a continuing pandemic that is not showing signs of slowing down, the
In Texas, opportunity isn’t the same for everyone – despite our state’s wealth. Texans are working hard to support their families and contribute to our
Looking for analysis of the new health insurance numbers released this week? Check out our blog here! Although median income and poverty rates improved for
